“Stats”

I wake up before the sun can rise, with a bare back and swollen eyes.

But that does not matter; I got kids to care for.

Women in sub-Saharan Africa collectively spend about 40 billion hours a year … Read More

“119”

At approximately 7:30, the loud sound of chatter is welcomed in my ear, along with the ears of six other people. All the people on the bus make for a fascinating ride. Once I get aboard, I’m greeted with a … Read More

Michael Jackson: The Man in the Mirror

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The Commentator Editorial Team

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, chances are you’ve heard the … Read More

Poetry: “America”

America is now presented as a country in shambles To live here is more than a gamble There is no more black or white you’re surrounded by gray And you are persecuted if you happen to be gay An inner … Read More

Hello, Future Me

Hello, Future Me. I am you in the past.

I wonder if you accomplish everything thing you wanted. I’m hoping you made mom proud of you. I know we both suffered from this thing called anxiety. I was wondering … Read More

The Freshman’s Guide to High School and College

Freshman reader, you probably hate the position you are in.

Being the youngest and smallest in the school, you can enjoy having moved up from middle school, yet you still have three years left until you start your real life.

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College Dorm Essentials

YOUR GO-TO GUIDE FOR DORM ROOM DOs and DON’Ts.

1. BED SET – One of the most important things you will need in your dorm is a nice set bed set. Your bed will be the place where you will spend most of … Read More

Polar Vortex 2019

In times of extreme weather, it is important to remain inside, stay safe, and keep warm, as best you can. Read More

Favorite Actors: Who Are Yours?

Who are you favorite actors? Let us know in the comments!Read More

Fiction: “Detective John O’Connor, BPD”

My name is John O’Connor and I am a detective in the Boston Police Department and this is my report on the events of January 16th – January 25th 2008.

My partner James Ryan and I were heading out to … Read More

Does Intention Matter?: A Guide to Genuine Kindness

As we reminisce on the preceding holiday season, many of us are putting to good use the presents we received from our loved ones, as well as silently gloating at the impressive ones we gave in return. There is no … Read More

“My Life is Dope!”: An Interview With My Mom

Sitting on my mother’s bed, enjoying her company in our apartment in Jersey City, I decided to asked about my mother’s life. Being as close as we are, it’s surprising how I never understood how much she really went through. … Read More

Poetry: “Likes”

Social Media Is All We KnowIt Runs Our LivesHow We Talk How We ActWhat We SayWhen We Say ItWhat We Do How We Do ItWhat Is The Language Of Likes?They Control UsThey Comfort UsThey Wipe Some of Our Insecurities AwayCan … Read More

Door Decor Mayhem

Every year around Christmas time, Hudson Catholic holds a door decorating contest to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Each homeroom puts their blood, sweat, and tears into decorating these doors and it gets really competitive. Students and teachers try … Read More

May the Best Woman Win

To some’s joy and others’ dismay, US Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Kamala Harris (D-CA) issued separate statements with their intentions to run for president in 2020. It can be said that these announcements were to be expected, as both … Read More